Eligibility Specialist (131-70)

La Clinica De Familia; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 17,957 - 25,575; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance PPO

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with employer matching

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Supplement Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays 9

Job summary

La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is a Federally Qualified Health Center offering medical, dental, behavioral health, and educational services across Southern New Mexico. The Eligibility Specialist acts as the first contact for uninsured patients, screening for financial assistance and supporting billing operations in a non-exempt role.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; medical terminology and business office courses are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of medical terminology and business office basics.
• Experience in medical billing or social services is preferred.
• Must pass background checks, TB screen and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first contact for uninsured patients and determine eligibility for financial assistance.
• Assist with various Billing Department functions.

Skills

Medical terminology

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is a FQHC with several locations in Southern New Mexico. For over 40 years, La Clinica has provided services to the residents of Southern New Mexico. Our mission statement definitely speaks to what La Clinica de Familia stands for, which is to empower and enrich families, individuals, and communities by providing quality medical, dental, behavioral health and educational service for people of all cultures.

Non Exempt

$15.80

Job Description

The Eligibility Specialist serves as first contact for incoming patients who have no insurance or payer source, qualifying them for financial assistance available from a variety of federal, state, and local programs. This position also assists with various functions of the Billing Department.

Job Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required; medical terminology and business office courses preferred. One year of medical business office experience (two years preferred); experience in social services preferred. Must be able to use personal vehicle in course of employment when needed and must maintain a clean driving record. Must submit to LCDF required background check, TB screen and drug testing.

Benefits

• Health Insurance - PPO
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Supplement Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays (9)
• Education Reimbursement
• Cafeteria Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Reimbursement

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